Tenure Track Positions
Office of the Provost (Okanagan)
Faculty of Applied Science
School of Engineering
As one of the world’s leading universities, The University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world. The School of Engineering invites you to join us in achieving UBC’s new vision.
The Faculty of Applied Science’s School of Engineering at UBC’s Okanagan campus has assembled world-class faculty and developed an innovative engineering curriculum to offer undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees in Electrical, Civil and Mechanical specializations. The campus is situated in one of the most scenic and appealing regions in Canada and offers faculty and students an intimate learning environment and exciting opportunities for interdisciplinary and region-centered research. The School of Engineering is located in a new state-of-the-art building completed in 2011.
The School of Engineering invites outstanding individuals at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor ranks to apply for the research areas listed below. Applicants must have strong records demonstrating outstanding research, as well as a commitment to quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. All candidates should either have, or be eligible to pursue, registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia.
Area of Priority
MECH 001 Renewable Energy
Desirable areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: renewable energy and enabling technologies for energy storage, energy conversion, system integration, and sustainability. A background in thermo-fluids is also preferred.
MEC 002 Solid Mechanics
Desirable areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: Computational Mechanics, Micro- and Nano-Mechanics, Fracture Mechanics, Mechanics of Cells and Biological Systems, and Soft Matter Mechanics.
Review of applications will begin May 31, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. The appointment is expected to commence September 1, 2012. To submit your application, identify the position you are applying for by citing the position code and email your application materials (Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Research Plan, List of three Referees) to the School of Engineering at recruitment.apsc@ubc.ca. All applications will be reviewed; however, hired positions will be subject to budget and UBC Board of Governors approval. Documents must be submitted as e-mail attachments using Adobe Acrobat (PDF) file format.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
School of Engineering
As one of the world’s leading universities, The University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world. The School of Engineering invites you to join us in achieving UBC’s new vision.
The Faculty of Applied Science’s School of Engineering at UBC’s Okanagan campus has assembled world-class faculty and developed an innovative engineering curriculum to offer undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees in Electrical, Civil and Mechanical specializations. The campus is situated in one of the most scenic and appealing regions in Canada and offers faculty and students an intimate learning environment and exciting opportunities for interdisciplinary and region-centered research. The School of Engineering is located in a new state-of-the-art building completed in 2011.
The School of Engineering invites outstanding individuals at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor ranks to apply for the research area listed below. Applicants must have strong records demonstrating outstanding research, as well as a commitment to quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. All candidates should either have, or be eligible to pursue, registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia.
Area of Priority
CIV 001 Infrastructure Construction Management
Desired areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: infrastructure systems (water, waste, railways, roads, structures, buildings), planning and management (LCA, environmental accounting, asset management), and delivery methods (contracting strategies, information technology).
CIV 002 Transportation Systems
Desirable areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: micro- and macro-level modeling (ITS, railways, transit, vulnerable road users, traffic impacts), planning and design software packages (CAD, GIS, LCA, Simulation), and reactive/proactive road safety (human factors, driver simulation).
Review of applications will begin May 31, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. The appointment is expected to commence September 1, 2012. To submit your application, identify the position you are applying for by citing the position code and email your application materials (Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Research Plan, List of three Referees) to the School of Engineering at recruitment.apsc@ubc.ca. All applications will be reviewed; however, hired positions will be subject to budget and UBC Board of Governors approval. Documents must be submitted as e-mail attachments using Adobe Acrobat (PDF) file format.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
School of Engineering
As one of the world’s leading universities, The University of British Columbia creates an exceptional learning environment that fosters global citizenship, advances a civil and sustainable society, and supports outstanding research to serve the people of British Columbia, Canada and the world. The School of Engineering invites you to join us in achieving UBC’s new vision.
The Faculty of Applied Science’s School of Engineering at UBC’s Okanagan campus has assembled world-class faculty and developed an innovative engineering curriculum to offer undergraduate and graduate engineering degrees in Electrical, Civil and Mechanical specializations. The campus is situated in one of the most scenic and appealing regions in Canada and offers faculty and students an intimate learning environment and exciting opportunities for interdisciplinary and region-centered research. The School of Engineering is located in a new state-of-the-art building completed in 2011.
The School of Engineering invites outstanding individuals at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor ranks to apply for the research areas listed below. Applicants must have strong records demonstrating outstanding research, as well as a commitment to quality teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. All candidates should either have, or be eligible to pursue, registration with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of British Columbia.
Area of Priority
ELEC001 Digital Integrated Circuits and Systems
Desirable areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: embedded systems; reconfigurable computing; parallel computing; computer architecture (including special purpose architectures); and VLSI systems and CAD.
ELEC002 Analog/RF Circuit Design
Desirable areas of research and expertise include, but are not limited to the following: low power analog circuit design; analog to digital conversion; bio-electronics; embedded sensors; RF circuits for wireless applications; antennas and RF energy harvesting; CAD and modeling.
Review of applications will begin May 31, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. The appointment is expected to commence September 1, 2012. To submit your application, identify the position you are applying for by citing the position code and email your application materials (Curriculum Vitae, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Research Plan, List of three Referees) to the School of Engineering at recruitment.apsc@ubc.ca. All applications will be reviewed; however, hired positions will be subject to budget and UBC Board of Governors approval. Documents must be submitted as e-mail attachments using Adobe Acrobat (PDF) file format.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
Faculty of Applied Science Website
Faculty of Health and Social Development
School of Nursing
The University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus seeks three tenure-track academic researchers at the assistant professor level to join the School of Nursing, Faculty of Health and Social Development as early as July 2012. The faculty also houses schools of Social Work and Health & Exercise Science.
The School of Nursing offers undergraduate and master’s programs in nursing and an interdisciplinary PhD program. We have faculty with active research programs in health promotion, healthy aging; aboriginal health; family nursing interventions; health, ethics, and diversity; safety and quality; health services and primary care, and palliative care. In addition to active partnerships with our surrounding communities and Interior Health, our school has international partnerships with schools in Ghana, Zambia, and India and research relationships with a number of countries, including Brasil. For more information, please visit http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/nursing/welcome.html
UBC is consistently ranked among the world’s top 40 universities, with main campuses in Vancouver and Kelowna. The Kelowna region is known for its beautiful mountains, lakes, forests, orchards, vineyards, moderate climate, and outdoor life. In addition to our faculty, our campus is home to faculties of Arts and Sciences, Creative and Critical Studies, Education, Management, Engineering, and Medicine. The campus educates over 7,000 undergraduate students and nearly 700 graduate students from across Canada and from more than 80 countries around the world.
Applicants require a relevant PhD; postdoctoral research training is preferred. Eligibility for registration with the College of Registered Nurses of British Columbia is required. A growing track record of quality peer-review publications and a strong potential to secure competitive, external research funding are required. Applicants must also demonstrate strong potential for undergraduate and graduate teaching in clinical medical-surgical nursing, epidemiology, mental health, gerontology, and/or leadership. Research foci in knowledge translation, aboriginal health, rural health, global health, mental health, or other areas that complement our existing research programs and fit with Tri-Council funding opportunities are desirable.
Interested candidates should e-mail application materials to recruitment.fhsd@ubc.ca Documents must be submitted in electronic format as e-mail attachments. Acceptable formats include Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (PDF).
Application materials should include:
1. Curriculum Vitae listing the following:
• Personal information
• Education including post-doctoral research experience
• Professional employment experience including research and teaching experience
• Present or prior grants or external funding awarded for research
• Experience with undergraduate and graduate student research supervision
• Publications
• Awards and honours
2. Letter of Application including:
• A description of your program of research
• Statement of undergraduate and graduate teaching areas or courses in which you could participate
• Statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness and excellence
3. Names of three referees who are able to comment on the applicant’s suitability for the position including objective examples of the applicant’s research and teaching potential or established excellence.
Review of applications will begin April 1, 2012.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. While government regulations require that priority be given to Canadians and permanent residents, we encourage all qualified persons to apply.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
Faculty of Health and Social Development Website
Faculty of Education
CURRICULUM THEORY
The Faculty of Education at UBC's Okanagan campus fosters academic excellence and life-long personal growth through the pursuits of learning and teaching. Our intimate, learner-focused environment builds on the university’s tradition of excellence as a world-class public research and teaching institution. Our intent is to inform educational thought, practice and policy and to continually engage in transformational learning opportunities.
We invite applications from qualified individuals for a full time, tenure-stream position in the area of Curriculum Theory at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, appointment to begin August 1, 2012. We anticipate that the appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate level; however, appointment at a higher rank will be considered for suitably qualified applicants.
The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise in curriculum theory with knowledge and experience related to inquiry-based approaches to teacher education and innovations in teaching and learning. Candidates must have a PhD in a relevant area, be committed to working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment, and preferably a program of scholarship and teaching in at least two of the following areas:
• Teacher education program, design and practice
• Early Childhood Education
• Aboriginal Education
• Literacy
• Philosophy of Education
• Educational Technology
• Sustainability Education
The successful candidate will have a productive program of research and record of publications, demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, and a commitment to the integration of new technologies in the preparation of educators in undergraduate and graduate programs. The candidate is expected to take up residence in the Okanagan Valley.
The Faculty of Education offers a Bachelor of Education degree and courses leading to British Columbia Teacher Certification in elementary and secondary areas. The Faculty also offers post-baccalaureate certificates and diplomas that respond to the needs of schools and districts for education specialists. Additionally, through the College of Graduate Studies, the Faculty offers M.Ed. and MA degrees in Teaching and Learning, Educational Technology and Educational Leadership and Administration, with a doctoral program in development. Future growth in other post-graduate and graduate areas is anticipated.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations or gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
Applicants should forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research agenda, evidence of teaching ability (e.g. course evaluations) and the names, including contact information, of three referees to:
Dr. Lynn Bosetti, Dean of Education
UBC, Okanagan Campus
Faculty of Education
EME 3141, 3333 University Way
Kelowna, BC, V1V 1V7
Electronic applications are welcomed. Electronic applications must be submitted as e-mail attachments and sent to:
Coleen Stothers: coleen.stothers@ubc.ca
Application Deadline: March 30, 2012
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN LEADERSHIP AND POLICY STUDIES
The Faculty of Education at UBC's Okanagan campus fosters academic excellence and life-long personal growth through the pursuits of learning and teaching. Our intimate, learner-focused environment builds on the university’s tradition of excellence as a world-class public research and teaching institution. Our intent is to inform educational thought, practice and policy and to continually engage in transformational learning opportunities.
We invite applications from qualified individuals for a full time, tenure-stream position in the area of Leadership and policy studies at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor, appointment to begin August 1, 2012. We anticipate that the appointment will be at the Assistant or Associate level; however, appointment at a higher rank will be considered for suitably qualified applicants.
The successful candidate will have a completed or near completed Ph.D. in an area relevant to Education Leadership and Policy studies, be committed to working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment, and have a program of scholarship and teaching in at least two of the following areas:
• Adult Learning and Higher Education
• Educational Technology
• Aboriginal Education
• Sustainability (e.g., Social, Environmental, Economic)
• Politics, Policy and Change
• Educational Reform
• Professional Development
• Ethics and Law
The successful candidate will have a productive program of research and record of publications, demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, and a commitment to the integration of new technologies in the preparation of educators in undergraduate and graduate programs. Leadership experience in traditional or non traditional education settings is an asset. The candidate is expected to take up residence in the Okanagan Valley.
The Faculty of Education offers a Bachelor of Education degree and courses leading to British Columbia Teacher Certification in elementary and secondary areas. The Faculty also offers post-baccalaureate certificates and diplomas that respond to the needs of schools and districts for education specialists. Additionally, through the College of Graduate Studies, the Faculty offers M.Ed. and MA degrees in Teaching and Learning, Educational Technology and Educational Leadership and Administration, with a doctoral program in development. Future growth in other post-graduate and graduate areas is anticipated.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Applicants should forward a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, statement of research agenda, evidence of teaching ability (e.g. course evaluations, sample of course syllabus) and the names, including contact information, of three referees to:
Dr. Lynn Bosetti, Dean of Education
UBC, Okanagan Campus
Faculty of Education
EME 3141, 3333 University Way
Kelowna, BC, V1V 1V7
Electronic applications are welcomed. Electronic applications must be submitted as e-mail attachments and sent to:
Coleen Stothers: coleen.stothers@ubc.ca
Application Deadline: March 23, 2012
Faculty of Education Website
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies
Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, Digital Humanities
The Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus invites applications for a tenure-track position in the interdisciplinary field of Digital Humanities. The appointment will be at the level of Assistant Professor and will begin on July 1, 2012.
The position will include responsibility for the creation and teaching of introductory, upper-level undergraduate, and graduate courses that are interdisciplinary and intersect with the program areas represented in the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. Areas of intersection with Digital Humanities would be one or more of the following: Art History and Visual Culture, Languages and Literature (French, German, Japanese, English, Spanish), Interdisciplinary Performance, Visual Art, Creative Writing, and Cultural Studies. Our goal is to expand the programs and increase interdisciplinary research and teaching through the expertise of a Digital Humanities scholar. Teacher-researchers whose focus is on intersectional creative and critical approaches to the arts and humanities through digital technology are especially encouraged to apply. For a full list of our programs please consult the faculty web page: http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/creativeandcritical/welcome.html
Candidates must have a PhD or terminal degree in a program area housed in Creative and Critical Studies and clear expertise in Digital Humanities. The successful candidate will have an active scholarly profile (which includes creative, practice-based research), and evidence of teaching experience that employs Interdisciplinary Digital Humanities approaches and scholarship. The successful candidate will be expected to conduct and disseminate research in his/her area of specialization and to engage with the interdisciplinary nature of the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The collegial learning environment of the Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies focuses on effective teaching, the integration of research and teaching, and a commitment to developing a locally involved and globally aware community. The Faculty offers both discipline-based and interdisciplinary programs at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Candidates are asked to submit a letter of application, complete curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, research plan, examples of scholarly and/or artistic research to Dr. Jennifer Gustar, Head, Department of Critical Studies at the following address only: recruitment.fccs@ubc.ca Candidates should also arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to Dr. Gustar at the same address.
The deadline for applications and letters of reference is April 18, 2012.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. UBC is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from visible minority group members, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
This appointment is subject to budgetary approval.
Spanish Instructor I
The Department of Critical Studies at the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan Campus invites applications for an Instructor to teach undergraduate courses within the Spanish program. This will be a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Instructor I and will begin July 1, 2012.
Candidates should have a completed PhD in Spanish and at least two years of full-time, relevant university teaching experience. Candidates should be able to demonstrate their commitment to, and expertise in, Spanish language teaching by providing evidence of teaching awards and/or other marks of distinction in instruction, experience in teaching a wide range of undergraduate Spanish language courses, as well as evidence of professional commitment to language teaching. Experience with web-based teaching and teaching tools and proven organizational skills will be valuable assets.
This instructional position will be intensively dedicated to teaching first, second, and/or third-year language courses in the Spanish program. The successful candidate will be expected to bring innovation and enrichment to language teaching. S/he will be required to perform program, departmental and institutional service. This position will not include a research component as part of workload.
The Spanish program at UBC’s Okanagan campus is housed in the vibrant Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies. The Department of Critical Studies offers both discipline-based and interdisciplinary programs at the undergraduate and graduate level, including programs in Art History and Visual Culture, Cultural Studies, English, French, and Spanish, along with courses in Japanese, German, and Ancient Languages. The collegial learning environment focuses on effective teaching, the integration of research, and a commitment to developing a locally involved and globally aware community.
Candidates are asked to submit a letter of application, a complete curriculum vitae, a teaching dossier (including a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of professional development in teaching, copies of teaching evaluations, evidence of course development, sample course outlines, and evidence of student achievement), and the names of three referees to Dr. Jennifer Gustar, Head, Department of Critical Studies at the following address only: recruitment.fccs@ubc.ca Candidates are also responsible for ensuring that letters from the three referees are sent directly to the same address.
Deadline for applications and letters of reference is April 13, 2012.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and, being strongly committed to diversity within its community, especially welcomes applications from women, visible minority group members, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and others who may contribute to the diversification of ideas. However, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
This appointment is subject to budgetary approval.
Faculty of Creative and Critical Studies Website
Faculty of Management
There are no postings at this time.
Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences
Physics – Instructor | Competition PHYS-2012
The Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan Campus, invites applications for a tenure-track Instructor I position in Physics to begin July 1, 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Physics or a closely related field, relevant university teaching experience, evidence of ability and commitment to teaching excellence, and promise of educational leadership. Priority will be given to individuals with a research background and demonstrated teaching excellence in experimental physics. The successful candidate will teach courses in the undergraduate program, contribute to and oversee the curricular development and innovation of the undergraduate experimental physics program, supervise undergraduate students’ research, and fulfill service obligations to the University and community. The instructor will also be expected to keep abreast of current developments in experimental physics and the field of teaching and learning.
UBC is one of the world’s leading universities. UBC’s Okanagan campus, located in the city of Kelowna, has over 7,000 students in 6 faculties, with strong graduate programs. Situated in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, one of the most scenic regions in Canada, it offers an intimate learning environment, opportunities for region-centred research, international perspectives, and much more. To learn more about the campus, go to http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/welcome.html
How to Apply
Complete applications should include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching ability, as well as three letters of reference. These letters and the applications should be sent as e-mail attachments to: recruitment.bsas@ubc.ca. Preferred formats are Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). Please put the competition title on the subject line of the e-mail and declare whether you are legally entitled to work in Canada.
The reviewing of applications will begin April 30, 2012, and continue until the position is filled.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
Economics - Instructor I Competition: ECON-2012
The Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan Campus, invites applications for a tenure-track, Instructor I position in Economics to begin 01 July 2012 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be held in Economics (http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/econ/welcome.html) in the Barber School (http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/ikbarberschool/welcome.html).
Candidates will have a PHD in Economics at the time of appointment, relevant university teaching experience, evidence of ability and commitment to teaching excellence, and promise of educational leadership. The successful applicant will primarily teach undergraduate courses and will contribute to curriculum development and innovation and other teaching and learning initiatives. She/he will be expected to keep abreast of current developments in Economics and in the field of teaching and learning.
UBC is one of the world's top universities. UBC’s Okanagan campus, located in the city of Kelowna, at the heart of the Okanagan Valley has over 7,000 students in six faculties, including strong graduate programs at all levels. Kelowna is connected by direct flights to major Canadian and USA cities and the region is considered one of the most desirable regions to live in Canada.
How to Apply
Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability (e.g., course evaluations), and three letters of reference. We prefer that applications are submitted to EconJobMarket.org.; however, applications may be sent to recruitment.bsas@ubc.ca. Preferred formats are Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). Please put the competition title on the subject line of the e-mail and declare whether you are legally entitled to work in Canada.
Applications will be reviewed beginning April 15, 2012. The competition will remain open until the position is filled.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge
to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
CHEMISTRY – Assistant Professor Competition: CHEM-12
The Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences at the University of British Columbia, Okanagan campus invites applications for a professorial appointment in organic chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. The position will be held in Chemistry (http://www.ubc.ca/okanagan/chem/welcome.html) in the Barber School (http://web.ubc.ca/okanagan/ikbarberschool/welcome.html ).
The position and qualifications
The candidate will have a PhD in organic chemistry, relevant post-doctoral experience, and potential for research excellence as evidenced in noteworthy publications and scholarly activities. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a productive, externally-funded research program, supervise graduate students, and effectively teach courses in the undergraduate and graduate programs. The position is anticipated to begin July 1, 2012 or January 1, 2013.
The University and the Community
UBC is one of the world's top universities. UBC’s Okanagan campus, located in the city of Kelowna, at the heart of the Okanagan Valley, has over 7,000 students in six faculties, with strong graduate programs. Kelowna is connected by direct flights to major Canadian and USA cities and the region is considered one of the most desirable areas to live in Canada.
How to Apply
Applicants should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, proposed research plans, evidence of teaching ability if any (e.g. course evaluations), and three letters of reference. All documents must be submitted as e-mail attachments and sent to recruitment.bsas@ubc.ca Preferred formats are Microsoft Word (.doc) and Adobe Acrobat (.pdf). Please put the competition title on the subject line of the e-mail and declare whether you are legally entitled to work in Canada. Applications will be reviewed beginning April 15, 2012. The process will continue until the position is filled.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. We especially welcome applications from members of visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations or gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. Government regulations require that Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
All appointments are subject to budgetary approval.
Thank you for your interest in UBC Okanagan.
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